The Mouse and the Motorcycle - Discussion questions

 

1.     What are the first impressions of the inn for each member of the Gridley family?

2.     What was Ralph’s first impression of Keith? Did that impression change over time? If so, in what way and why?

3.     Why is Ralph’s mother concerned about aspirin tablets? Is she right to be so concerned?

4.     What happens when Ralph find the motorcycle?

5.     How did Ralph becomes trapped and what are Ralph’s thoughts while being trapped in the wastebasket? What would you do if you were in the same situation?

6.     Why do you think Keith would allow Ralph to drive the motorcycle? Would you have done anything differently?

7.     What are the most dangerous adventures that Ralph has while driving the motorcycle?

8.     Share you memories of a time when you ventured away from home on an adventure.

9.     Is Keith happy or upset when Ralph returns with the motorcycle? Why

10. Describe a time when you were upset after a friend borrowed something that belonged to you?

11. How do Ralph and the motorcycle end up in the laundry basket?

12. Ralph has to make a decision between saving his own life and saving the motorcycle. Do you think he made the right or wrong decision?

13. In Chapter 8, Ralph has to admit to Keith that he has lost the motorcycle. What is Keith’s response?

14. Describe a time when you had to admit to a wrong-doing or losing something. What was it like? What was the person’s reaction? How did you feel afterward?

15. Ralph’s family no longer feels safe in their home. What are Ralph suggestions t keep them safe? What do you think they should do?

16. In Chapter 10, Keith falls ill. Why do you think Ralph decides he must be the one to help Keith?

17. Do you think Ralph’s plan to get aspirin for Keith is a good plan or a bad plan? Why?

18. What do you think of Ralph’s plan to get the aspirin to the second floor?

19. If you were Ralph would you agree to go with Keith?

20. If you were Keith would you leave the motorcycle for Ralph?

21. What is your favorite part of the book? Why?

22. How many stars would you rate the book? Would you continue to read other book in the series? Would you recommend the book to your friends?